Where We Talk Art Podcast

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #115 “Where We Talk Art … With Guitarist and Singer Mike Riley As Victor wraps up his last show as Host, he decided to do something a little different, and a very special interview, that special interview is with Mike Riley, a musician, co-founder of Southwest Florida's premier band, the Boogiemen. Victor joins Mike at his house, where Mike talks about his amazing collection, his life, the passing of his beloved wife, the Boogiemen and well-known musicians. He is very entertaining and a great teller of stories. Join us as Victor concludes this series of over a 100 interviews, well almost, Victor has one more podcast to do, and that will be with the first and once again, Host of “Where We Talk Art,” President of the PFTA Group Dave Bise. “Where We Talk Art” is produced by PFTA Group pftatalkshow.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #114 “Where We Talk Art … With Singer Rob Rolleri As Victor wraps up his last set of interviews as our Host, he asks singer Rob Rolleri to join him in the studio at The NPAC. Rob found his passion for music at a young age in NY and after leaving the air force he started a business of karaoke, but that all changed as more of his customers began requesting him to sing than to DJ. Rob's career took off as he became a full time professional vocalist when some high profile performers took notice. Now decades later residing in SW FL, he “has thousands” of songs” in his repertoire. So what's next for this in high demand performer? Well, it includes the Caribbean but you'll have to listen in to get the rest of the story! You can check out Rob's website for more info and his performances at https://www.youtube.com/singinfool64 “Where We Talk Art” is produced by PFTA Group pftatalkshow.org/ This episode was recorded at the NPAC in Northport FL. https://www.northportartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #113 “Where We Talk Art … With Author, Musician and Songwriter Darren Peacock. Author, Musician and Songwriter Darren Peacock joins Victor in the studio at The NPAC. With the support of his parents, Darren was interested in playing guitar at an early age but it was after hearing the Beatles that music became his passion. After a long history in the band of The Flying D'Rito Brothers which tours SW Florida during tourist season and battling cancer, Darren decided to write his first book. So listen and enjoy as Darren shares some of his fun and witty memories of growing up from his new book "The Tales of the Orange Room, When Days Were Psychedelic". You can find lots of material and learn more about Darren in the links below! Demos & Dust: Tales From The Underground https://youtube.com/@darrenpeacock2611?si=bntu62b_iMt4W7QX (https://youtube.com/@darrenpeacock2611?si=bntu62b_iMt4W7QX) Son of a Beach Song and video can be found at: https://youtu.be/mYWVfJYKPfM (https://youtu.be/mYWVfJYKPfM) When Days Were Psychedelic https://youtu.be/s5bIrdReQyY?si=IYTGmMe9WR8xOP3a (https://youtu.be/s5bIrdReQyY?si=IYTGmMe9WR8xOP3a) Flying D'Rito Brothers https://www.facebook.com/share/19kCfuNcqN/?mibextid=wwXIfr (https://www.facebook.com/share/19kCfuNcqN/?mibextid=wwXIfr) “Where We Talk Art” is produced by PFTA Group pftatalkshow.org/ This episode was recorded at the N.P.A.C. in Northport FL. https://www.northportartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #112 “Where We Talk Art …with Watercolor Art Instructor Kathleen Wilke Victor catches up with this delightful, very busy, multi-award winning, watercolor artist Kathleen Wilke. Kathleen, found her passion for art as a child that took her on a lifelong journey from her farm in Wisconsin to Florida. In that time she's enjoyed a successful career as a graphic artist in product design. Thinking of trying watercolor for yourself? Well listen in as this highly experienced and acclaimed Watercolor Instructor at the NPAC shares all kinds of helpful insights into mastering the watercolor medium. “Where We Talk Art” is produced by PFTA Group https://pftatalkshow.org/ This episode was recorded at the N.P.A.C. in Northport FL. https://www.northportartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #111 “Where We Talk Art …with Musician/Songwriter/Producer Chris Guerzo Chris joins Victor in the Studio just as he gets ready for another busy year in the music business. A professional musician, songwriter and producer, Chris has traveled far and wide and now calls Port Charlotte FL. his home. A native of the Philippines, Chris found himself in Canada, and then the northern U.S. (and that's a story you have to hear) before settling in the South. With a passion for classical music at a young age Chris had already caught the attention of the industry, and his career took off from there. Chris has worked with some big names in the industry of television, film and music. In fact you've probably heard a lot of what he's produced and written and just didn't know it. Now with his own studio productions, he's helped launch some of the up and coming talent including artists auditioning for American Idol and many more. But the only way to find out is to click that link below! Want to Learn more ? Check out his website at https://chrisgproductions.com/ Where We Talk Art is based at the N.P.A.C. in Northport FL. https://www.northportartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #110 “Where We Talk Art … with NPAC Board President Gale West. Victor catches up with Gale West, the North Port Art Center Board President, for a special announcement “AS THE CLOCK IS TICKING” regarding the future of the NPAC. So listen in and learn what plans they have as they ramp up to begin their funding campaign that will support a new home for all their community based Art programs including art therapy for the veterans, and children's art education for the underprivileged. Want to learn more and how you can help? Go to https://www.northportartcenter.org/ Where We Talk Art is based at the NPA. in North Port FL. https://www.northportartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast "Science Fiction Studios" Podcast Episode #6 Part 1 Join Dave in our Science Fiction Studios in the Magic City as we talk with… Movie Director/Producer Russ Emanuel. Russ is finally set to release his 6th feature film Staycation worldwide in 2025. We say finally because this film began its funding campaign while attempting to finish another film in 2020. However, dealing with Covid was only the start of challenges for this highly acclaimed Director, with over 400 awards and 200+ movie nominations. Russ is back! In Part 1, he and Dave catch up a range of subjects, so we'll get some updates on his latest award winning movies such as Occupants, Routine and the Assassins Apprentice movies. But that's just the beginning! We'll also get insights into the journey of movie making and the hardships that go along with it, including personal losses that lead to some moving moments of dedication and reflection of hope that will stir the heart. All this and more as we get primed for Part 2 and the backstory of Staycation, which is already a multi film festival award winner! So click on the link below to hear this Podcast. You can find out more about Russ and his movies by going to the link below. https://www.russem.com/ SFV Science Fiction Studios is recorded in the Magic City of Birmingham, AL. http://pftatalkshow.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #109 “Where We Talk Art … With North Port Forward's Vice Chairman, Carmine Miranda Continuing his series on the community for recovery of North Port and its surrounding counties in Florida, Victor talks with the nonprofit, community based, North Port Forward's Vice Chairman, Carmine Miranda. Carmine, a musician and community advocate, discusses his journey from growing up in New York, to getting married, having children and a career for 37 years until that infamous day in September 2001. After that tragedy Carmine faced another one at home - divorce, and after 15 years as a single dad events set him on a new course that brought him to Florida. Now Carmine has found his new passion, along with his new love that has turned this grass roots movement into a nonprofit that works to bring cities and their citizens together toward positive, constructive community goals. Sounds like a lofty goal doesn't it? Well wait till you hear it in his own words of just how it's working. Carmine's compassion and civil manner will make you a believer in hope for a better tomorrow! Want to learn more? Go to https://www.northportartcenter.org/ Where We Talk Art is based at the N.P.A.C. in Northport FL. https://www.northportartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #108 “Where We Talk Art …with Poet, N.P.A.C. Board Member Julia Cooper. Victor is back from his road trip and catches up with Julia Cooper at the N.P.A.C. (North Port Art Center). Poetry often stirs an arrangement of emotions, and so will the story of Julia's journey. This thirty-something-year-old, mother of two-life challenges has been monumental from the start. With a dysfunctional family childhood due to alcohol addiction, mental illness, then cancer all the while raising two autistic children at such a young age, one might expect a cynical view of life, right? Well, listen in, and you'll meet an inspiring, vibrant, funny, and very dedicated, hardworking mother who found the courage to struggle and overcome those challenges. Julia's powerful and reflective poetry has become a major driving force as a therapeutic release for that. Her reading of “Stages of Grief and Nature Too” is a perfect example of why her works are so popular and connect with so many. Where We Talk Art is based at the N.P.A.C. in Northport FL. https://www.northportartcenter.org/

Victor finishes up his road trip with one more interview close to home before settling into our new home at The N.P.A.C. (North Port Art Center). Cheryl, a native from Ohio, has settled in Florida after a lifetime of journeys. A self-proclaimed “busybody who didn't let the grass grow under feet” has found her true passion in art. That no-nonsense drive mixed with her compassion for giving took her on a ride with a wide array of creative careers until painting and abstract came together, and there's plenty of proof in that with this multi-award winner. So listen in and hear what this artist has learned to be the most valuable asset in art. You can see Cheryl's work at Cheryl Summer Fine Art with the link below: https://www.facebook.com/nova2000studio/ Where We Talk Art is based at the N.P.A.C. in Northport FL. https://www.northportartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #106 “Where We Talk Art … With the Winter Green Art Center's Executive Director Dottie Hutchins. Victor is back on the road and in Maine where he catches up with Dottie Hutchins, the Executive Director of the Winter Green Art Center based in Presque Isle. Dottie, a native of the Aroostook county area, is a graduate of the University of Maine where she earned a master's degree, but that's just where her adventure and interest began. Her journey of experiences such as authoring several books, public relations and communications manager, and consultant brought her to this point in her life as the new Director. The Winter Green Art center has continued to grow rapidly under guidance and has been a huge success with programs that are tailored itself to the needs of the community that includes partnering with people from Broadway, the Housing Authority, the City Parks and Recreation to provide Art classes for children. If you just read that and it will put a smile on your face then you'll want to hear the whole story that we guarantee will warm your heart. You can learn more about The Winter Green Art center with the link below. https://www.wintergreenarts.org/wordpress/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #105 “Where We Talk Art …With Executive Director Sandy Moon, of the Punta Gorda Historical Society. Victor catches up with Executive Director Sandy Moon at their History Park in Punta Gorda. After tragedy stuck Sandy, a native of Wisconsin, decided to begin her family's new life in Florida. when one of her children made a comment while visiting in the state (yes that moment will warm your heart). After 20 years as an international business consultant, Sandy has found her home and great purpose as the Executive Director of the Punta Gorda Historical Society. Believe us, you'll learn some interesting facts and have some laughs as these two dive into the history of Punta Gorda. So hit that play button and you can hear all about it! Enjoy!!! Where We Talk Art is based in Punta Gorda, Florida.

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #104 “Where We Talk Art …with Multi-Medium Artist Kathy Wengel As Victor settles back into the studio, he catches up with Kathy Wengel, a prolific multi-medium artist that found her passion for art at a young age touring the art museums in Chicago with her parents. You'll enjoy the fond memories she has of her dad and the incredible story that involves a painting he found in a yard sale! However, her life's journey took on many different roles before coming back to art full time, including a brief singing tour behind the oppressive, iron curtain of the U.S.S.R. during the 70's, a tour that changed her perspective in life that led to a career as a Public Defendant. So hold on as she shares some of those harrowing times including the FBI‘s Greylord criminal investigation into the bribery charges of the legal court systems itself. (note* some parts may not be suitable for all ages). But that's not all! Kathy ends this conversation with a big heartfelt thanks to someone special that got her back into painting and portraits (which is good for all of us) that will put a big smile on your face. So hit that play button and you can hear all about it! Enjoy!!! Where We Talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #103 “Where We Talk Art …with Sarasota Rising Executive Director Jeffery Kin. Jeffery joins Victor in the studio as they discuss the community goals of the art organization called Sarasota Rising. After receiving his BFA in Performing Arts Jeffery quickly became the “go-to talent” for the region's theater organizations. He led The Players Centre for Performing Arts as their Producing Artistic Director through acclaimed seasons for 15 years. Now he's the Executive Director for Sarasota Rising and they have some big events planned that will encompass all of the Saratoga Arts communities in Florida and beyond to do something that's not been accomplished before, and it starts with a weeklong marquee festival in November 2024. So hit that play button and you can hear all about it! Enjoy!!! Where We Talk Art is based in Punta Gorda, FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #102 “Where We Talk Art ... With Filmmaker Calvin Callins Victor is back in the studio and he catches up with Floridian film maker Calvin Callins. Calvin's passion began at an early age while working in video production for his church. Now, as a recent graduate from Ringling University of Art and Design, he is already an award winner and has gained lots of recognition for his film Contagious Swagger. So what's next for this inspiring filmmaker in the entertainment industry? Well listen in and hear the incredible story of this young film producer's journey. Enjoy!!! Where We Talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #101 “Where We Talk Art … with Multi medium Maker Beth Cummings Victor's on the road again and this time he's in the small town of Caribou in northern Maine where he stops by the house of Beth Ann Cummings for a chat. Beth wasn't involved in the arts until she started teaching a multi-age classroom in the little hamlet of Connor. Inspired, she completed several college level courses in art, changed schools, and began teaching visual arts to students in a Gifted and Talented program. It was there that she found her real passion for teaching. But that was just the beginning of her Journey into the “Worlds of Art”. So listen in and join the conversation as we discover all the things this nonstop artist (who refers to herself as a “Maker”) creates - a wide variety of objects in a lot multi-mediums, and when we say a lot we mean a lot, including creating with something called “precious metal clay”. No Idea what that is? Well we didn't either until we met up with Beth. You can learn all about it too by just hitting that play button. Enjoy!!! Where We Talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #100!! “Where We Talk Art … Celebrating our 100th episode It's Part 3 of our celebration with the 100th show! Victor, along with author and President of the PFTA Group, Dave K. Bise, the guy who started it all, introduce our special guest and past co-host of this show (because you fans asked for this) as we continue our tribute to the people that help make our podcasts possible. You thought Part 2 was fun, well you're sure to get a lot of entertainment and laughs from the cast in Part 3. This one is truly unique for so many reasons. You will get a chance to hear how they all met and some insights to their personal lives ~ which you never heard before because they're all too busy interviewing other artists. What will really have you going "Wow" is when you learn about a personal connection that you haven't heard before between one of the past episodes and our special guest. But the only way you're going to know is to listen, so hit that play button!!! https://pftatalkshow.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #100!! “Where We Talk Art … Part 2 of 3 In celebration of our 100th show Victor catches back up with author, and President of PFTA Group, Dave K. Bise, the guy who started it all. In Part 2 Victor and Dave have a special guest for this show as they continue our tribute to the people who help make our podcasts possible. So listen in and laugh along as these three cover a lot of content fans have been asking for, and yes they have some surprising behind the scenes material that you never heard before ... at least until now!!! That includes what really happened when Victor sat down to talk with Blacksmith expert Carmen Legg from the TV series “The Curse of Oak Island” in Episode #99. Maybe there really is a curse after all? Well the only way to know is to press that play button!!! https://pftatalkshow.org/ Where We Talk Art is based at the Visual Art Center in Punta Gorda Fl.

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #100!! “Where We Talk Art … Wow!! It's our 100th show!!! So to celebrate, in part 1 of this 3-part series Victor talks with the person who started it all. That's right our very own President of PFTA Group and ex-host of the show Dave K. Bise. Yep, that's right part 1 of 3. Why did we do a three-part show you ask? Well, that's because we heard you loud and clear! As we drew closer to this moment we were inundated with requests, questions, and suggestions for the show so we took as many of those as we could and formatted them into this trilogy. Enjoy the ride as Victor, along with Dave's help, takes us on a fun journey of how it all began along with some behind the scenes and favorite stories of the Podcast that you've never heard. So, if you're new to the show or if you've been with us from the beginning, you won't want to miss this one!! "Where We Talk Art" is based in Punta Gorda, FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #99 “Where We Talk Art with... Curse of Oak Island's Master Blacksmith Carmen Legge. That's right Victor sits down to chat with Curse of Oak Island's expert Blacksmith Carmen Legge. While visiting Nova Scotia, Victor had a chance to catch up with Carmen at the Northville Farm Heritage Center. We all know Carmen as the consultant on the TV show for the metal artifacts found on Oak Island but there's way more to his story than that. So listen in and learn all about Carmen's incredible journey from the beginning as a young boy learning to be a Blacksmith, to how he became the go to expert for the hit TV series The Curse of Oak Island. Yes, we saved this one for you and you won't be disappointed. Enjoy and Happy New Year!! Where We Talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #98 “Where We Talk Art … Wood Working Instructor / Artist Frank DiDomizio Join Victor as he chats with wood turner /Artist Frank DiDomizio. This highly awarded wood artist of over 25 yrs has created thousands of pieces of art in his life time. Franks passion began with his father, a finishing carpenter that led him to become a master craftsmanship with an artistic flare, his pieces has awed art spectators and collectors from around the world. So listen in as these two cover the incredible journey from Franks meager beginnings when his parents settled in Canada after WWII to a renowned success, which now includes his highly sought after workshops. You can see lots of Franks work at https://www.frankdidomizio.com/ Where We Talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast #97 “Where We Talk Art … Multi –Medium Artist Jeri Megna Jeri joins Victor in the Studio for this incredible interview you won't want to miss. Jeri grew up in Pasadena California where she found her passion for the arts early in life when she began playing instruments and singing with her multi- generational “Partridge family” on Santa Catalina Island. From here Jeri has had a variety of careers including traveling the world as a dealer in foreign currency and vintage jewelry and a collector of silver coins that is until 2018 when tragedy struck in her community of Paradise, California in the form of raging wildfires. It will stir your heart in many ways as you hear in her own words the events which rapidly unfolded that night and over those next several months as and her family endured through the hardships and heartaches of loss until she found the courage to start over in Port Charlotte Florida. Where We Talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show #96 Where We Talk Art … with Artist / Entrepreneur Don McCauley. Don joins Victor in the studio for a vivid conversation about his art, the meaning for it and his passions in life. That's right we said passions because Don has a unique blend and outlook when it comes to his works of art, where he blends traditional methods with modern technology. He's an art teacher, sculptor, painter, inventor, and business owner of Synthetic Ghost Industries plus so much more. Wonder how he's able to do all that? Well listen in, get inspired, and enjoy this fun and meaningful conversation in the World of Art. You can follow Don on linked in at https://www.linkedin.com/in/donaldmccauley/ Where We Talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Tom Moran in St. Louis Mo. visits the studio for a special announcement from Fate Comics Publishing with their newest release and how you can get your copy while supporting this independent Publisher. Check out the links below http://kck.st/3ENB7Bp https://www.fatecomics.com/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show #95 “Where We Talk Art … Artist/ Instructor Rosalie Mack. Rosalie joins Victor in the library between teaching classes. A true Florida “native,” Rosalie earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts to follow her passion, teaching. Then, after a 33 year career as a public art educator, she closed that chapter; so we would think she'd just enjoy retirement, right? No way! This highly energetic lady hasn't slowed down one bit as she now teaches a multitude of classes from Drawing, to Art History & Appreciation (just to name a few!) at the VAC. So sit back and enjoy as Rosalie entertains and educates us all on the aspects of art ! You can sign up for her classes at the VAC website https://visualartcenter.org/ Where We talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center.

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast "Science Fiction Studios" Podcast Episode #5 Join Dave in our Science Fiction Studios in the Magic City as we talk with…Graphic Novelist C.J. Laney Dave catches up with C.J. to announce and celebrate the release of his comic book Vigilante series. CJ has been working on this for a while and has had some major setbacks including personal ones along the way, but it was one near-tragic family event that solidified this 21-year-old's determination to see it through. So listen in and hear all about the series and this young man's journey to becoming a published artist at such a young age. We caught up with Dave after the interview to get his thoughts on it. "I've known C.J. for a while, and we met when this was just rough drafts on paper, so it's great to see it come so far. I'm really proud of him and very happy to be a part of it." You can find his books at Barnes and Noble and on his website. https://www.laneysnovelsandnovelties.com/s/shop SFV Science Fiction Studios is recorded in the Magic City of Birmingham, AL.

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show Special Edition “Where We Talk Art … Lisa Gallucci Executive Director at the Visual Arts Center (VAC) in Punta Gorda Victor catches up with Lisa for this Special Edition just in time for some BIG announcements. There's all kinds of fun events happening at the VAC especially for this upcoming new season starting in September. So listen in and hear all about the new things they're doing, including something to do with 555 canvases, a very limited 55 ticket VIP reception starting at 5:55 pm (starting to see a pattern here?) to kick off this huge fundraising event, so hurry up and get those tickets!! But that's not all, there's new instructors, (including your host for this show) classes, monthly gallery shows and that's before we get to the all the annual holidays season events the VAC is famous for. All this fun starts in September and takes you all the way into 2024 with the award winning 14th Bi-annual National Art Exhibit starting in February that runs until April. Think that's a lot? Well we've only “scratched” the surface so make sure you listen in and catch all the great things coming to the VAC. You can find more info at the VAC website https://visualartcenter.org/ Where We talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center.

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show #94 “Where We Talk Art … Artist/ Instructor Laura Pommier Join Victor in a conversation with this multi award winning Artist Laura Pommier, as they discuss her life's journey that began at the age of four. “I knew by high school that being an artist was my career path.” That passionate journey continued with her formal art education including a Master of Arts and a Bachelor of Fine Arts. Today Laura also entertains her audiences at events and receptions with themed paintings created in an hour or two. And if that isn't enough, she also teaches classes in painting, drawing and pastel at both the North Port and the Punta Gorda art centers. As a contemporary artist, she's often seen in spotlight with her award winning art being exhibited in juried shows. But what is one of her most treasured moments? Well you'll have to listen in and find out, but we'll give you a hint. It has something to do with her being the one selected to paint a gigantic mural in North Port from over a 1,000 submissions from all over the nation. See more of Laura's art at www.LauraPommier.com. Where We talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center.

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show #93 “Where We Talk Art … NPAC Instructor Clare Harvey Victor visits the Northport Art Center (NPAC) to chat with Clare who is a very energetic artist, youth director and instructor with a style that has been described as romantic realism. At the age of 8 and traveling around the world with her parents, Clare found a lifelong passion for art. She began documenting her experiences with drawings and, after seeing the Sistine Chapel and the Mona Lisa, decided to become an artist. After receiving her Associates in Fine Arts, she built an active art career by painting commissioned portraits and community murals, yet she still didn't see herself as ever being a teacher. So how did she end up doing just that? Well, why don't you listen in and find out how her incredible journey led her to the NPAC. “I feel that my diverse training and experiences have shaped a fearless approach to any artistic task put before me.” You can find her art at https://clareharveyart.webs.com/ "Where We talk Art" is based in Punta Gorda, FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show #92 “Where We Talk Art … with Art Teacher Laura Pucci Victor catches up this fun and energetic award winning, multi-educational instructor, who became the teacher of the year yet again in 2021. Victor and Laura cover all kinds of aspects of Art from this witty chat from mural painting techniques to finding your voice while being creative. So listen in and laugh along with these two as you discover how Laura, a mother of twins and who has toured Europe, found her calling to be an art teacher for middle school for over 25 years. It will warm your heart! You can connect with Laura on her site at https://laurapucciartist.com/welcome Where We talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show #91 “Where We Talk Art … with Artist Instructor Lisa Oliver In this episode The “Flower Lady,” Lisa Oliver, joins Victor in the Library studio at the VAC. Listen in and learn how a little girl's love of colors led her on a life journey to becoming a horticulturist that traveled the world. This “yoga for the brain” passion then turned to photography, and various art media until Lisa found Watercolor and Alcohol Ink and fell in love! Her much sought after style has turned into her next highly successful career. So successful that she's a facilitator for Water Media and Alcohol Ink classes at the Visual Arts Center, a teacher of many Arts & Crafts camps, and a member of the AuSable Artisan Village in her home town in Grayling Michigan, where her revolving art is shown year round. What's her secret? Well you'll find out when you enjoy this entertaining talk with Lisa and Victor as they discuss her success and her highly acclaimed stylistic ways of painting. Make sure to check out her art at https://www.artisanvillage.org/ Where We talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show #90 “Where We Talk Art …Metal Artist Paul Guilmette Victor catches up with Paul, a master welder and machinist with an irreverent sense of humor. A Connecticut native and a Navy veteran who loves to build metal structures, but his works of art are in a classification of their own, they're whimsical by design. Make sure to listen in as they talk about this multi-award winners highly complex, wind-driven, moving art. But that's not all Paul's done on his life journey. He was an Incident Commander trained for dealing with toxic waste accidents and bought, restored and sold WWII aircraft. But now that he's found his passion, Paul's all about making the art "that makes people smile." You can learn more about Paul's art and order your very own commissioned piece at https://inovationsinart.com/ Where We talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show #89 “Where We Talk Art … with Artist and Gallery Shop Owner Chuck Heidorn While still traveling up north, Victor stops off in Massachusetts to catch up with Artist and Gallery shop owner Chuck Heidorn. This veteran closes up the Surrounding Gallery and Frame shop (an old livery stable from the 1800s) for the day to have a chat with Victor about his life journey that included service in the Navy, graduating from the Boston Museum School of Fine Arts and becoming the “railroad artist,” which led him to open the gallery shop with his wife. You won't want to miss this one, because Chuck also tells us all about the biggest and still unsolved art heist in the US, estimated today at over $500 million dollars, from the Isabel Stewart Gardner Museum located in Boston. Chuck has a lot of insight and has a personal connection to the museum. So listen in and learn some interesting facts from this former Security Foreman's dealings with the FBI in the '80s, and why he was interviewed in the Netflix film documentary regarding the heist in 1990. You can learn more about https://surroundingsgallery.com Where We talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/ https://pftatalkshow.org/

Partnership For the Arts Group Podcast “Science Fiction Studios” Podcast Episode #4 Join Dave in our Science Fiction Studios in the Magic City as we talk with.. Author Scott Blasingame. Dave catches up with Scott after first meeting him at Magic City Con last year. Scott is a prolific writer of many genres including action, drama, fantasy, poetry, science fiction and horror. His writings and characters often reflect a mix of these as well as romance. Reviews of his works such as “The-Warrior Son Trilogy” and “The NightDragon“ series states, “The many titles this author produces include plots filled with tension and intrigue, and thrilling action scenes that uniquely contain intricate fight sequences that take the reader into the heart of combat.” Believe us when we say you'll want to be taking notes as Dave and Scott discuss the fine-tuned processes this Author has become known for by creating and producing integral volumes of work in incredibly short deadlines. You can find his books on amazon and his website at https://nocturnitybookstore.com/ SFV Science Fiction Studios is recorded in the Magic City of Birmingham, AL. https://pftatalkshow.org/

“Science Fiction Studios” Podcast Episode #3 Join Dave in our Science Fiction Studios in the Magic City as we talk with.. Fate Comic Publishing Company. Dave catches up with Fate Comics after first meeting them in St. Charles, Missouri at a comic con last year. You'll learn all about this growing company and have lots of laughs along the way as Dave talks with President, Tom Moran, Writer, David Lee, and Manager, Jen Frank about life on the road and their process of making comics from start to finish. And believe us when we say that once you hear their story you'll understand how this close-knit and enduring team is making a name for themselves as an independent (indie) publisher. So if you've got a comic book or graphic novel you want to publish, you might want to check with them because they're accepting submissions! You can check them out on social media and even purchase their books at https://fatecomicspublishing.com/ SFV Science Fiction Studios is recorded in the Magic City of Birmingham, AL.

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show #88 “Where We Talk Art …with Journalist/ Film Documentary Producer Brenda Jepson. Finishing up his travels up north in Maine, Victor catches up with Brenda Nasberg Jepson. This Journalist travelled to Europe where she learned the craft of television production, trained under a BBC producer/director, and then owned and ran her own award winning Production Company in London for five years. Brenda will keep you entertained the whole interview. We promise!! So listen in and learn all about Brenda's life journey and her passion for documentaries that brought her back home to continue her trade which involved PBS television, and discovered some surprising history of Maine that includes Swedish immigrants after the Civil War, and captured German prisoners of WWII. Where We talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show #87 “Where We Talk Art …with Artist, Musician and Historian William Duncan. While traveling up north to Maine, Victor catches up with Historian, Artist and Musician William (Bill) Lloyd Duncan. After Bill graduated from the University of Maine in Presque Isle and while continuing his education at the Vermont College of Fine Arts, he found his niche. As a historian, Bill has been researching information related to the early settlement in the areas of New Sweden, Stockholm, Connor, and Woodland. That led him to combine his passions and his professions. So Listen in and learn what Bill means with his slogan: “Sharing cultures and community through art” Where We talk Art is based in Punta Gorda FL. at The Visual Art Center. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show #86 “Where We Talk Art …with Irish Composer Cahal Dunne From the VAC Library Victor is finally victorious while dealing with some technology issues and gets a chance to talk with legendary Irish Entertainer Cahal Dunne from his home in Pittsburg. Listen in and learn all about this entertainer, composer, author and playwright who has been performing for fifty plus years. You'll hear about his humble beginning in Ireland and how Cahal found his passion at the early age of three, yep ,we said three. With large acclaim in some major European competitions this performer set himself on a daring new path to America . Did we mention his Punta Gorda FL. connection? Well you can find out all that and Cahal's journey in the world of performing and entertainment and just in case you happen to be an on stage performer you'll definitely want to check out the opportunities he's got for you in 2023 In SWFL, but hurry those opening go quickly!!! By the way Cahal modesty kept him from mentioning some of the legendary entertainers he's performed with. But if you want to know more about that you can check out his website official website at http://cahaldunne.com/ “Where We Talk Art” is based at the Visual Art Center in Punta Gorda FL.

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast Show #85 “Where We Talk Art …with Musician / KMH Music Store Owner and Author Chris Morton. While traveling the northeast, Victor took a trip to join Chris in his KMH Music store for this episode. Chris, a musician from an early age, is well known throughout central and northern Maine for his drumming skills and for being the co-founder of several stage bands, most notably the Star City Syndicate which has an unusually large brass section and draws huge crowds wherever they perform. However, that's just a small glimpse into this young man's life in the entertainment world. The underlying story of his journey begins with Chris's best friend and school music teacher, Larry Hall, who fed his passion for music that grew into the enduring creation and operation of the KMH music store until Mr. Hall's passing in 2018. But this heartwarming story of a lifelong friendship with Chris's well known and beloved mentor didn't end there. KMH continues to be a major source for music instruments, lessons and repairs, while competing with today's environment of online ordering. Believe us when we say you'll be inspired when you hear how this store and its two remaining owners, Chris and Randy, found a very special purpose that revolves around the legacy of Mr. Hall and chocolate chip cookies. You can check out KMH Music at the link below. https://www.kmhmusicshop.com/ “Where We Talk Art” is based at the Visual Art Center in Punta Gorda FL. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The ARTS Group presents “Science Fiction Studios” Podcast Episode #2 Join Dave in our Science Fiction Studios in the Magic City as we talk with Author Iris Kain. Army Veteran, Iris Kain, has called Michigan, Arizona, South Carolina, Georgia, and Germany home. Along the way Iris found her passion to write when she had the time, but it took friends, a college professor, co-workers, and contacting a fellow established author to convince her to take the chance. Now seven novels later, including a trilogy that's found on such international carries like Barnes and Noble, Amazon, Scrid.com and so many more, she's made her mark in writing horror. This is one of those stories that will inspire you as you listen to Iris' journey as a veteran, becoming a military spouse and mother, receiving her Master's degree and becoming a published author that travels while still working a daytime job. Got a passion for writing and not sure what's the next step? Well this conversation is for you. Iris is all about getting inspired writers to take the same chance and she tells you how she did it. So listen in, laugh along and enjoy as you learn how this writer makes it all happen to follow her passion. Want to follow and read her books? Well you won't have any problem finding her on the internet. Iris is on so many media platforms we can't list them all here, but you can start with some of these sites: Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Bookbub, Scrid.com, Facebook, Goodreads, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter. SFV Science Fiction Studios is recorded in the Magic City of Birmingham, AL.

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast “Where We Talk Art …with Lisa Gallucci, Executive Director of the Visual Arts Center (VAC). Victor catches up with Lisa Gallucci, the new Executive Director of the Visual Arts Center (VAC) in Punta Gorda, FL. Lisa took over this leadership position in July of this year and she will tell you “WOW” what few months it's been! This multi-faceted, talented, business woman just experienced her first hurricane!! This mother of twins life's journey includes careers in human resources, finance, consultant and coach guiding small companies. But Lisa is no stranger to non-profit organizations or the arts. She's an author of 15 books, (did we mention she's multi-talented?) who grew up in the performing arts of dance at her grandma's family business. Plus you'll also get a glimpse into what's happening at the Visual Arts Center as she sets the VAC back on track for the holidays and the upcoming year as the vast numbers of visitors (and students) descend on SWFL once again. “Where We Talk Art” is recorded in the Library at the Visual Art Center in Punta Gorda, FL. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast#83 “Where We Talk Art … Discerning Kaleidoscope artist Katherine Jasmine. In part 2 of this interview Victor talks with Katherine Jasmine who lives in Myrtle Beach, SC. Katherine has been busy in marketing and owns her own business, but she's also been a lover of all kinds of handwork in fabrics and found her passion in art for jewelry making with a gift from a friend. She was so intrigued by its design she decided to try it for herself, and so it began. Now Katherine creates exquisite jewelry that's in high demand and you can find it at Discerning Kaleidoscope. So listen in and find out what else those exquisite high demand jewelry pieces we mentioned are made with that includes sterling silver or 10K gold and semi-precious stones. Katherine also shares some insights into her unique technique for the creation of bracelets, necklaces, and earrings. As we said before we have no doubt that after hearing all the things this store has to offer you'll be shopping there too ... just in time for the holidays!! Make sure to visit the Discerning Kaleidoscope at the link below. https://www.thediscerningkaleidoscope.com/ “Where We Talk Art” is recorded in the Library at the Visual Art Center in Punta Gorda FL. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast “Where We Talk Art … with Discerning Kaleidoscope artist and business owner Linda Donoian. In part one of this interview Victor talks with Linda Donoian, an award winning artist that found her passion in art at the early age of 8 when she won her first award. From that moment on she was committed to the arts, not just for her own journey of exploration but for so many other artists as well. Today she owns and operates a very successful online art store called The Discerning Kaleidoscope, a place Victor is no stranger to. So join him and Linda as they cover all the aspects of this on-line business that supports a vast number of handcrafted art created in the U.S. But that's not all. In Part 2 of this interview Victor talks with one of the jewelry artists you can find at this online store, Katherine Jasmine. We have no doubt that after hearing all the things this store has to offer you'll be shopping there too ... just in time for the holidays!! You can find Linda on YouTube and make sure to visit the Discerning Kaleidoscope at the link below. https://www.thediscerningkaleidoscope.com/ “Where We Talk Art” is recorded in the Library at the Visual Art Center in Punta Gorda FL. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The Arts Group Podcast “Where We Talk Art … with Musician Joe Guerzo. Musician Joe Guerzo joins Victor in the library at the VAC as they talk about Joe's music career with many bands that span from Upper Buffalo New York to Florida. But that's not all Joe does, he's also involved in radio and oral history. So listen in as we all get some fun insights as to how this husband and father manages touring in the modern music scene with 3 bands that perform all around SW Florida and into Georgia. Plus we get to hear some of Joe's music too!! You can listen to more of Joe's music and see him perform by viewing on YouTube and just about any other social media platform. Do an internet search for Tin Can Tourist, Vinyl Strangers and G-men.

Partnership For The ARTS Group presents “Science Fiction Studios” Podcast Episode #1 Dave is back!! Join him in our Science Fiction Studios in the Magic City as he begins the new SCI - FI - VERSE (SFV) series talking with the highly celebrated, legendary Animator Tom Cook. Listen in as Dave talks with Tom about his amazing 40+ year journey in the world of animation. It all started with an ad in the mail that would lead him from his first job as a bus driver in California to working for none other than Hanna Barbera. There he worked on such classics as Scooby Doo, but that was just the beginning; from there he went on to be a full-time animator working on many other cartoon classics alongside some legendary names in the business. SFV Science Fiction Studios is recorded in the Magic City of Birmingham, AL.

Partnership For The ARTS Talk Show #81 “Where We Talk Art with…” VAC Education Coordinator / Concept Artist B.A Wikoff Victor talks with The Visual Art Center's New Education Coordinator B.A. Wikoff. Barbara Ann and Victor cover all kinds of art in this show including some of the things you can do and find at The VAC. Next they explore her many styles of art (and she has a lot!) that also includes works as a Concept Artist. Those works include many different mediums including interactive art. "What's interactive art?" you ask. Well listen in and you'll find out as these two discuss several of her recent projects including one that became a memorial we can all relate to. You can find B.A Wikoff's work on Facebook and Instagram. “Where We Talk Art” is recorded at the Visual Art Center in Punta Gorda, FL.

For Partnership The ARTS Talk Show #80 “Where We Talk Art with…” Award Winning Fused Glass Instructor Janie Duke Victor talks with award winning Fused Glass Instructor Janie Duke, owner of Glass Duchess Studio and instructor at the Visual Arts Center in Punta Gorda FL. Her award winning journey into this medium began by chance and now this highly successful, internationally known artist has avid collectors throughout the United States, Canada, and even as far away as the Czech Republic. Janie's many styles, including the unique Pâte de Verre, a French approach to glass making, allows for subtle gradations of color, something Victor describes amazingly well to Janie's surprise and laughter. Never heard of Fused Glass? Well you'll want to listen in as these two cover all that, including other techniques and mediums Janie uses besides the kilns such as welding, a wet saw and soon a glass lathe to create her pieces. You can find her work for sale in the Visual Art Center gift shop and online at https:glassduchess.com “Where We Talk Art” is recorded at the Visual Art Center of Punta Gorda FL

Partnership For The ARTS Talk Show #79 “Where We Talk Art with…” Author Wilma Angus. Victor sits down with Author Wilma Angus and, believe us, at 97 years young, this author has lots of incredible, real life, heart tugging stories to share. From growing up in the northeast prior to WWII, to coming of age through the war while earning a living to support her siblings back home. So listen in and enjoy as Wilma shares her journey from those times to the present with tales of hardships growing up, to soaring the skies, and later discovering worlds of art while traveling the globe with her childhood sweetheart whom she reunited with some 50 years later. Yea, like we said, it's an incredible adventure you won't want to miss. Wilma is the Author of “The Mill House” and “Growing Up”. She lives in Southwest Florida. “Where We Talk Art” is recorded at the Visual Art Center of Punta Gorda FL.

Partnership For The ARTS Talk Show #78 Where We Talk Art with… Instructor/Artist Sheryl Unwin Victor talks with the Multi-Medium Artist and Instructor Sheryl Unwin, a native of Massachusetts who has honed her skills while traveling England after graduating from the Art institute of Boston and relocated to Florida in 2005. There she began focusing her craft with a medium that has become her passion and trademark: scratchboard. A Medium that has won her numerous awards from her peers, judges and public alike. An experiment that started 15 years ago, her work is now collected and viewed all over the globe. What is scratchboard? Well, listen in and you'll not only learn all about it but get some great pointers on how to work with it from this full-time professional instructor. By the way, this is a medium that both Sheryl and your host Victor share a passion for. So sit back and enjoy the show . You can check out Sheryl Unwin's art at https://sheryl-unwin.pixels.com/ or her Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/fineartgallerybysherylunwin “Where We Talk Art” is recorded at the Visual Art Center of Punta Gorda FL. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The ARTS Talk Show #77 Where We Talk Art with… Multi-Medium Artist Barry Thorne Victor talks with the Multi-Medium Artist and Instructor at North Port's Art Center in FL. Barry, a former teacher of 35 years from Battle Creek, Michigan, now works in many art forms. Listen in and enjoy this successful, award winning artist's insights as he explains his format of what has been called whimsical, conceptional and complex assemblages of art that have found homes with collectors around the world. You can find more information on Barry and the North Port Art Center at https://www.northportartcenter.org/ “Where We Talk Art” is recorded at the Visual Art Center of Punta Gorda, FL. https://visualartcenter.org/

Partnership For The ARTS Talk Show #76 Where We Talk Art with… Osteo-Artist Michele Moore. Victor sits down with Michele for an incredibly entertaining talk about her transcending the ordinary when it comes to art forms. Michele grew up trying all kinds of things with her mother, a teacher. But it wasn't until she discovered the world of osteology that she first found her place in the world of art. With the support of her husband, Sergeant Phillip Moore, they have created the Bone Boutique located in North Port Fl. From there (and from the trunk of her car) Michele has made a name for herself. From fine jewelry to statues for commission and educational, natural history style exhibits, they have continued to expand their portfolio with photography and pastels. Including Phillips' “The Art of War” an 18-piece showing through the color-blind eyes of this eclectic war hero, which is now on tour raising money for the Veteran Art Scholarship in his name. Sounds like something out of the ordinary? You bet, with Michele's wonderful personality you'll find yourself laughing along with these two as they cover her incredible journey into “Transcending The Ordinary." You can check out Michele's and her husband Sgt. Phillip Moore's art at www.boneboutique.biz